Physical Therapists pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for physical therapists is $48.42 an hour ($100,710 a year). About 3,390 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($102,760). Kentucky ranks 28th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.53 | $73,900 |
| 25% of workers | $38.94 | $80,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.42 | $100,710 |
| 75% of workers | $55.20 | $114,820 |
| 90% of workers | $61.02 | $126,920 |
Physical Therapists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown | $104,280 | 80 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $102,260 | 1,140 |
| Paducah | $99,330 | 80 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $94,710 | 590 |
| Bowling Green | $91,590 | 220 |
| Owensboro | $83,270 | 90 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +11.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Physicians, All Other | $327,390 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,480 |
| Occupational Therapists | $97,650 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $65,230 |
| Pharmacists | $136,530 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $122,870 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $83,550 |
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